TOPUCU, What are the Odds, Developing Self-Confidence

TOPUCU - The Only Person U Cheat is U

How many times do we do this on a daily basis? We literally weigh the reward and odds of success against the hard work it’s going to take to achieve them. These three things are the components of motivation: odds of success, reward and hard work. And if you can understand how they relate to each other then you are on your way to making a change. So let’s break it down. Think about it like this – imagine the scales of justice. If you don’t know what they look like, do a quick Internet image search and you’ll understand immediately. Now take your two hands and hold them out just like the scales – your left hand to your left, your right hand to your right. Yes, you need to do this. The physical act of doing this exercise will help you visualize and internalize the formula. Now in your right hand, place two parts of the formula – the reward and the “odds of success.” In your left hand, place the third part of the formula, the words “hard work.”

When the scales of motivation are tipped against us, it is because of doubt, which is the opposite of faith. But now you see how it’s all tied together in a spiritual and practical manner. You now know the motivation formula. And that’s a great first step! But the true key to becoming a finisher is learning how to tip the scales in your favor on a continuous basis. This is the secret that champions have been using for years. First they decide they want that reward and then they determine how to increase their odds of success. And guess what – one way to increase your odds of success is by working harder. By increasing the amount of time and energy you put into achieving your reward, you increase the chances of getting that reward. Champions know that hard work always pays off